Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit | No tags |
Get from Riga to Essen
The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 55 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 723, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riga and Essen?
Stops in Riga
- A
Riga Airport
- BPrāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
- C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia - D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riga to Essen by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Riga to Essen?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Essen start at R 1 723. The average price for this route is around R 1 755. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Riga to Essen?
The average bus journey time from Riga to Essen is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 1256 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1d 3h and is operated by Ecolines.
Which bus companies service the Riga to Essen route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riga to Essen?
The earliest bus departs from Riga to Essen at 09:50. And the latest bus departs at 22:05.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Essen?
A bus trip from Riga to Essen produces an estimated 31 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Riga to Essen?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Ecolines, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 150 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riga to Essen?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Ecolines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Riga to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riga to Essen?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ecolines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
